Excitement is building in Houston’s Third Ward as major neighborhood improvements are set to begin ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
When the final bell rings at Blackshear Elementary, learning doesn’t stop. The lights stay on—and so does hope. Inside the after-school rooms, the U.S. Dream Academy pairs students with mentors, keeps them safe, and builds skills that carry home.
The mural, painted directly onto the street in 2021, sits in the neighborhood where Floyd grew up. It reads “Black Lives Matter” and features a football jersey with the number 88—a tribute to Floyd’s high school football number.
Two suspects were taken into custody after a stolen pickup led Houston police on a 90-mph chase overnight. Officers say a loaded gun was found inside the truck.
A groundbreaking affordable housing initiative in Houston’s Third Ward is turning vacant lots into dream homes, offering new residences at rents less than half the area’s average market rate.
Houston city leaders and Council Member Letitia Plummer hold a community meeting after six bodies were found in local bayous in recent weeks, addressing safety concerns and ongoing investigations.
Neighbors told investigators a man living in an upper unit may have set the fire intentionally. They said he fled after the flames broke out, but later returned to seek medical treatment. Officials say surveillance cameras captured the suspect at the scene.
A community workshop in October will be held to tackle the alarming rise in property theft cases that leave families without their rightful homes.
A homeowner in the Third Ward has only lived in his neighborhood for eight months but is already thinking about moving out because of fear for his safety.
Husband-and-wife team Ed and Nina Micheaux turned their love of food and community into a neighborhood staple - serving fresh Gulf Coast seafood, juicy burgers, crisp salads, and smoky gumbo in a laid-back, music-filled spot.
From a 70-year retrospective by a Houston-born artist to live sumo wrestling, Broadway star Lea Salonga, and even a playful Pikachu exhibition — Asia Society Texas is bringing the world to Houston Southeast.
Headed back to school? Grooves of Houston is giving away free backpacks, supplies, haircuts, and more at a Third Ward block party this Saturday. Open to all families—no registration required.
A man accused in the shooting death of a contract worker early Wednesday morning outside of a Houston business has been taken into custody on Thursday, the Houston Police Department announced.
A man accused in the shooting death of a contract worker early Wednesday morning outside of a Houston business has been taken into custody on Thursday, the Houston Police Department announced.
Investigators said a driver pulled up to a business where a man was working outside. The two exchanged words when, at some point, the driver got out and shot the worker before fleeing the scene.
The City of Houston has announced that recycling services have resumed normal operations after over a month of delays affecting neighborhoods such as Greater Heights, Woodland Heights, Norhill, and the Third Ward.
Two teenagers have been taken to a hospital after authorities say a gun being handled by one of the teenagers went off, striking both of them.
Composed by Joel Thompson and penned by librettist Deborah D.E.E.P. Mouton, this collection of 12 songs is a tribute to the community's stories and landmarks, including the iconic Eldorado Ballroom.
The streets of Third Ward came alive today as Houstonians gathered for the 52nd Annual Juneteenth Parade, a vibrant celebration of freedom, resilience, and Black history.
Texas Southern University has announced a $400,000 scholarship fund honoring the late Rev. Dr. William A. Lawson, a beloved civil rights leader and founder of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church. Made possible through a partnership between the church and TSU’s Office of Civil Rights, the scholarship will support students pursuing degrees in fields tied to Lawson’s legacy of faith, education, and social justice.
Two suspects are in custody after Houston Police say they stole a car from an apartment complex parking garage in the Montrose area.
Juneteenth Houston, formerly known as The Juneteenth Houston Citywide Committee, announced its 160th commemorative series of celebrations and community initiatives for 2025.
Whether you’re a ride-or-die Coog or just watching because your group chat said “this one’s big,” we’ve got you covered. Before tipoff, here’s your crash course in Houston Hoops — so you can yell at the TV with purpose.
Locking Arms Community Connect, hosted by the Women’s Resource Center Inc. and its partner organizations, is scheduled for March 31st at 6:00 p.m. at the Third Ward Multi-Service Center.
A man was shot multiple times in Houston's Third Ward, initially outside a liquor store by a suspect in a drive-by shooting involving a white or silver Dodge Charger, and then again inside the store by another individual.
Step into the heart of Freedmen’s Town and explore a blend of history and creativity at the newly repurposed RowHouse galleries.
Lawmakers and other community leaders will hold An emergency town hall Friday at Emancipation Park in Houston's Third Ward to respond to a rise in crimes at the University of Houston campus.
Police said two men got into a fight at the gas station, which carried into the parking lot until one of them pulled out a gun and shot the other before leaving him to die.
In May 2022, Maurice White was shot and killed in his vehicle in Houston's Third Ward by two suspects who fled in a white Ford F-250 Crew Cab.
For the last three months, the people who live near a leaning power pole have been calling and calling and calling for help.
For the last three months, the people who live near a leaning power pole have been calling and calling and calling for help.
According to James Pennington, Deputy Chief with the Houston Fire Department, firefighters got the call at 11:56 a.m. from an apartment at 3200 Truxillo Street.
The saying ‘good fences make good neighbors,’ is keenly on the minds of a Third Ward family currently in a property dispute with neighboring property developers. The problem stems over the installation of a new fence.
This dedication ceremony took place in the heart of Houston’s historic Third Ward, at the site of the Houston Housing Authority’s first development, which opened in 1947.
A missing person’s report has been filed for teen who was last seen several days ago in the Third Ward area of Houston, according to the Houston Police Department.
After Hurricane Beryl caused power outages for millions of CenterPoint Energy customers, neighbors in Third Ward are showing resilience by standing together amid ongoing concerns about how the energy giant is handling its restoration process.
Police say while they were investigating a DWI crash and detaining a driver, a shooting victim came up to them seeking help and during all of that, another driver suspected of DWI crashed into a tow truck.
Saturday marks four years since George Floyd was killed, kicking off protests as tensions over racism and police violence boiled over across the country.
A woman says she and her three young sons have been forced to live in hot, moldy conditions for three months now, at her Cuny Homes apartment in Third Ward.
Rev. Bill Lawson has left an incredible legacy that will continue to inspire generations to come. Despite his age and wisdom, he had an extraordinary ability to connect with young people in his church and throughout the nation. #WilliamLawson #WheelerAvenueBaptistChurch
When asked how he’d like his life to be remembered, the preacher in him shined through.“I don’t know. I simply hope I would have been faithful to what the gospel is."
Houston icon, Reverend William ‘Bill’ Alexander Lawson, has reportedly died at the age of 95.
HPD Chief Troy Finner and Houston law enforcement officials address community concerns about rising crime in the Third Ward.
Bullets rip through a Third Ward neighborhood not once, but twice in just a matter of days. The incidents caught on camera are sparking a call to the community to team up with city leaders to devise a plan for change.
A historic Black church in Houston’s Third Ward has been the target of a recent attack and repeated vandalism, costing them thousands of dollars.
Owner Nakia Holmes took to social media to announce the company's bankruptcy amid a series of struggles surrounding the restaurant.
A man is dead and a woman is in critical condition after an apparent attempted murder-suicide in Houston’s Third Ward.
The Riverside Terrace community is discussing the possibility of adding the 'sitting and lying upon public sidewalks' article to the civility ordinance. Do you think this will increase safety or unfairly target the homeless population?
Following concerns from community members in the Third Ward, Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee announced Friday that TxDOT has agreed to temporarily delay the project to allow for the community to receive more information about it and how it will impact traffic.
Houston native Michael Prince said that he fell in love with music right in the heart of Third Ward where he began playing the drums at age 3.
A Third Ward staple has seemingly found itself in hot water and apparent financial trouble just months after news broke about the married owners’ public separation.
This Black History Month, KPRC 2′s Moriah Ballard visited a hidden gem in Third Ward and sat down with the owners to talk about the connection between African art and the Black experience.
A large fire caused major damage to a well-known building in the Third Ward known for its popular art, including a mural of Houston native George Floyd.
A desperate plea is coming from the family of a man murdered outside of a popular Third Ward restaurant, hoping someone comes forward with information about the killer.
A man is reportedly dead after police said his body was found with gunshot wounds inside of an elevator at an apartment complex in Third Ward on Tuesday night.
One woman died, and three others were injured in a shooting outside of a bar in Third Ward in Houston on Sunday, the Houston Police Department said.
A family in Third Ward said their home was caught in a crossfire as law enforcement tried to apprehend a murder suspect who ended up shot and killed last week.
A man who died after he fell out of his wheelchair in southeast Houston Monday had pre-existing health conditions, the Houston Police Department said.
For many years, the Midtown Redevelopment Authority has created new opportunities for affordable housing in Houston’s Greater Third Ward community.
Saturday, Houston’s Emancipation Park Conservancy is welcoming everyone to their annual Juneteenth celebration. It kicks off with a Freedom Walk at 7am and ends with a concert. Today at 1pm on Houston Life, Melanie Camp is out at Emancipation Park in the Third Ward to tell us more about this fun event.
Mayor Sylvester Turner and Houston Police Chief Troy Finner will provide an update on the recent violent robbery incidents along the Columbia Tap Bike Trail Tuesday.
A 15-year-old boy has been shot on Houston’s south side, according to police. Houston police say the shooting took place in the Third Ward area in the 3700 block of Burkett Street on Thursday afternoon.
Houston police are asking for the public’s help in search for the suspects responsible for a series of robberies in the Third Ward area.
A Houston area man says he ended up in the Intensive Care Unit after being jumped and robbed while biking on the Columbia Tap trail, and now, his family members are sending a warning to others.
In remembrance of George Floyd’s life, Houston-area activists, politicians, and community leaders will present The Making of George, a short documentary about the creation of Floyd’s sculpture.
A 42-year-old man was sentenced to 45 years in prison for fatally shooting an innocent bystander who was trying to break up a fight at a bar in Houston’s Third Wardin 2020, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced Monday.
A brand-new basketball court was revealed Tuesday at the historic Blue Triangle Center in Third Ward by the NCAA Men’s Final Four, Houston Local Organizing Committee (HLOC), and Degree Deodorant.